🛒 Ingredients
5 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)
1 lb (450g) ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or homemade substitute)
½ cup beef broth
¼ cup heavy whipping cream (or whole milk for lighter version)
1 tsp dried rosemary
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese, divided
🔪 Pro Tip: Slice potatoes evenly (~⅛ inch thick) for even cooking.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish well with butter or non-stick spray.
2️⃣ Brown the Beef & Onions
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook:
Ground beef
Chopped onion
Break up the meat and cook until browned and onions are soft (~6–8 mins).
Drain excess fat and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together:
Cream of mushroom soup
Beef broth
Heavy cream
Rosemary, garlic powder, salt & pepper
✅ Smooth and well blended = rich, flavorful layers.
4️⃣ Layer the Casserole
In your baking dish, layer in this order:
First Layer:
½ of the sliced potatoes (in a single layer)
⅓ of the soup mixture (drizzle over potatoes)
½ of the meat mixture (spread evenly)
Second Layer:
Remaining potatoes
Another ⅓ of the soup mixture
Remaining meat
Top Layer:
Pour remaining soup mixture over everything
Sprinkle with 1 ½ cups shredded cheese
5️⃣ Bake Low & Slow
Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
Bake 1 hour and 30 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender and cheese is golden.
Optional: Remove foil last 10 mins to crisp the top.
6️⃣ Rest & Serve
Let cool 5–10 minutes before serving — helps hold shape.
Scoop into bowls and enjoy!
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
With a crisp green salad
Garlic bread on the side
A dollop of sour cream or chives on top
🌈 Variations & Pro Hacks
🌱 Gluten-Free? Use GF cream of mushroom soup or make your own sauce (mix 10.5 oz milk + 2 tbsp cornstarch + seasonings)
🌾 Dairy-Free? Swap cream for coconut milk, cheese for dairy-free shreds
🥩 Other Meats? Try ground turkey, sausage, or shredded rotisserie chicken
🥦 Add Veggies: Stir in frozen peas, carrots, or spinach between layers
🧊 Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble unbaked, cover, refrigerate overnight — bake when ready (+10 mins)
❄️ Freeze It! Freeze before or after baking — thaw overnight, reheat at 350°F for 30–40 mins
🧠 Why This Works So Well
Thinly sliced potatoes cook perfectly in the steam from the broth and soup
Cream of mushroom soup = creamy base without extra prep
Slow bake = tender potatoes + deep flavor infusion
Cheese on top = golden, melty crust that everyone loves
It’s not magic — it’s home-cooking wisdom. ✨
❤️ Final Thought: Sometimes, the Best Meals Are Simple & Satisfying
You don’t need rare ingredients or hours in the kitchen to make something truly special.
Just good meat, real potatoes, and love.
This Meat and Potato Casserole proves that the most beloved dishes are often the simplest — where every bite tastes like home, comfort, and care.
So next time you’re staring into the fridge wondering what to make…
Grab that baking dish.
Turn on the oven.
And let your kitchen fill with the scent of rosemary, garlic, and joy.
Because great food doesn’t have to be fancy —
It just has to taste like it came from the heart. 💛